Columbia to Nashville (CAE–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Columbia to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
349 mi 1h 1m nonstop 31 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CAE and BNA, connecting options are available through 31 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CAE to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
USA ~3h 13m TYS ~3h 14m ORL ~3h 14m SDF ~3h 20m RIC ~3h 50m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
861
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CAE → BNA
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
91%
Return
BNA → CAE
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Arriving
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. CAE delays → BNA delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Nashville from Columbia

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric CAE→BNA AGS→BNA CLT→BNA
Distance from CAE – 62 mi 89 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 4
Weekly flights 0 4 146
Flight time 1h 1m 1h 27m 0h 20m
Departure OTP 100% – –
Augusta (AGS) to Nashville flights · Charlotte (CLT) to Nashville flights · Greenville/Greer/Spartanburg (GSP) to Nashville flights
Airports within 200 miles of CAE with service to Nashville International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Nashville is 0 hours the same as Columbia.
CAE: EDT · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbia, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
349 mi / 562 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 1m.
Getting from BNA

Uber and Lyft from BNA to downtown run $20–30 (15–25 minutes). Pickup zones for TNCs are on the lower level. Taxis are available at the ground transportation curb, typically $25–35 to downtown.Rental car brands are in the adjacent facility connected via walkway. WeGo bus Route 18 costs $2 but has limited evening hours; check before relying on it for late arrivals. I-40 and Briley Parkway provide direct highway access.

Nashville Climate

Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and variable winters. July and August average 32–36°C with high humidity. Winter (December–February) temperatures range from −2–10°C. Ice storms are the primary disruption risk. Nashville sees occasional but significant freezing rain events that shut down the airport.

Severe thunderstorm season peaks April through June, bringing tornado risk to the region. Spring storms cause most ground stops and ground delays. Autumn (September–November) is mild and generally the most disruption-free season.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

CAE–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbia to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance349 mi / 562 km
Flight time1h 1m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections31 hubs
Origin: CAE
Full nameColumbia Metropolitan Airport
IATA / ICAOCAE / KCAE
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr1.3M
Elevation236 ft / 72 m
Destination: BNA
Full nameNashville International Airport
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CAE to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 1h 1m. The route covers 349 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through USA, TYS, ORL, SDF, RIC, APF, SUS, FXE, MYR, IND, PIT, BWI, MMU, SFB, RDU, HOU, ALB, ASE, SLC, LAX, SJC, ATL, EWR, DCA, ORD, PHL, LGA, CLT, DFW, FLL and IAD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include AGS, CLT and GSP. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CAE to BNA

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CAE to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CAE to BNA ranges from 1 hours 1 minutes. The route covers a distance of 349 miles (562 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via USA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Augusta (AGS), Charlotte (CLT) and Greenville/Greer/Spartanburg (GSP).